Emergency Department Physician-PRN

Down East Community Hospital•Machias, ME

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Emergency Physician bears a responsibility to practice Emergency Medicine in an ethical manner consistent with the hospital vision and rules. Emergency Physicians practice emergency medicine within the emergency department, remain in the immediate vicinity of the emergency department and provide the best treatment available to all patients regardless of their age, gender, race, and/or religion. Emergency Physicians are members of the medical staff and participate in their affairs. Uses patient handling equipment appropriate to the needs of the individual patient in keeping with the Safe Patient and Handling and Movement Policy. Seeks out needed information by staying informed and involved by attending meetings, reading memos, policies, meeting minutes, newsletters, email and other appropriate information in a timely manner. Performs duties in a safe manner, in compliance with all safety policies and procedures. Complies with the Code of Conduct and all appropriate policies and procedures. Other duties, as assigned, that are relevant to the position and department.

Requirements

Have a valid medical license.
Retain a current federal narcotics license number.
Maintain current BLS, ACLS, and ATLS certifications.

Nice To Haves

2+ Years of experience in a CAH (Critical Access Hospital) preferred.

Responsibilities

Practice Emergency Medicine in an ethical manner consistent with the hospital vision and rules.
Practice emergency medicine within the emergency department, remain in the immediate vicinity of the emergency department and provide the best treatment available to all patients regardless of their age, gender, race, and/or religion.
Maintain current emergency medicine knowledge and skills through independent study and continuing medical education activities.
Exhibit professionalism in the emergency department in regards to behavior, attire, and reliability, and maintain a professional relationship with other health care providers, patients and their families.
Participate in medical staff affairs.
Maintain knowledge of and compliance with federal and state regulations including EMTALA.
Follow the basic principles of documentation, coding and reimbursement.
Work within the guidelines of the American College of Emergency Physicians policies and protocols.
Use patient handling equipment appropriate to the needs of the individual patient in keeping with the Safe Patient and Handling and Movement Policy.
Seek out needed information by staying informed and involved by attending meetings, reading memos, policies, meeting minutes, newsletters, email and other appropriate information in a timely manner.
Reliable attendance and punctuality, including observing appropriate break times and extending a scheduled shift when necessary to meet patient demands.
Perform duties in a safe manner, in compliance with all safety policies and procedures.
Comply with the Code of Conduct and all appropriate policies and procedures.
Perform other duties, as assigned, that are relevant to the position and department.